Australia fund structures for Asia-Pacific strategies.
Last Updated: April 2026
Australia offers a sophisticated and well-regulated environment for establishing investment funds, supported by strong legal infrastructure and an advanced investor market. Particularly attractive for hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and structured investment products across the Asia-Pacific region.
Start your Australia fundAustralia fund formation is the process of establishing an investment fund under the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Australia offers Managed Investment Schemes (MIS), wholesale funds, and the Corporate Collective Investment Vehicle (CCIV) regime, serving Australia's USD 3.4 trillion superannuation market. Setup typically takes 8-16 weeks.
Australia at a Glance
About the Jurisdiction
Australia
Australia offers a sophisticated and well-regulated environment for establishing investment funds, supported by strong legal infrastructure and an advanced investor market. Investment funds are commonly structured as Unit Trusts, Limited Partnerships, or Corporate Collective Investment Vehicles (CCIVs).
Regulator
Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
ASIC regulates funds in Australia. Regulatory requirements depend primarily on whether the fund is offered to retail investors or wholesale/professional investors.
Type of Fund
Common Australia fund types supported by Unefund
Unregistered Managed Investment Scheme (Wholesale)
Wholesale / Professional- •Private funds offered exclusively to wholesale and professional investors
- •Not registered with ASIC
- •Private placement only (no public marketing)
- •Information Memorandum used instead of PDS
- •Lighter regulatory framework
- •Flexible investment strategies
Corporate Collective Investment Vehicle (CCIV)
Wholesale / Retail- •Statutory corporate fund structure, similar to Singapore VCC
- •Retail CCIV or Wholesale CCIV options
- •Corporate fund structure with umbrella and sub-fund model
- •Separate asset and liability segregation per sub-fund
- •Suitable for both domestic and international distribution
Venture Capital Schemes (VCLP / ESVCLP / AFOF)
Wholesale / Institutional- •Statutory venture capital fund regimes with strong tax incentives
- •Wholesale / institutional investors only
- •Significant tax concessions and exemptions
- •Focus on innovation and early-stage companies
- •Designed for venture capital and growth investing
Property / Real Estate Schemes (A-REITs)
Open/Closed-Ended- •Mature real estate fund ecosystem regulated under MIS law
- •Listed A-REITs or Unlisted Property Schemes
- •Special property-specific regulatory framework
- •Suitable for commercial, residential, and infrastructure assets
Our Approach
Structure is not a form. It is a system.
Unefund does not treat Australia funds as standalone legal entities. Each structure is designed to ensure the fund operates as part of a coherent institutional platform.
Important Note
Australian fund structures require appropriate licensing and local presence. Managers must hold or operate under an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) with relevant authorizations for the fund strategy.
Unefund's role is to ensure flexibility remains institutional.
Your Journey
From vision to launch
Initial discussion and alignment on objectives and strategy.
Why Unefund
A single orchestration layer for your Australia fund.
Single Coordination
One point of contact for your entire fund setup and operations.
Integrated Support
Fund setup and operational support working seamlessly together.
Regulatory Alignment
Strong compliance frameworks built into every structure.
Multi-Jurisdictional
Expertise across multiple global jurisdictions.
Asset Class Experience
PE, VC, Hedge, Credit, and Real Estate fund structures.
Technology-Enabled
Modern reporting and portal access for full transparency.
Transparent pricing — Cost-effective and predictable, with no hidden fees.
Why Australia
Benefits of the Australia jurisdiction
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Approximately 8–12 weeks, depending on documentation readiness and regulatory requirements.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).
No. Unefund acts as the central point of contact and coordinates with all Key Service Providers on your behalf.
Yes. An Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) holder must have appropriate local presence, governance, and compliance arrangements.
We follow a simple and transparent pricing model and provide a single all-inclusive quote with no unexpected or hidden charges.
Typical documentation includes: Incorporation documents; Constitutional documents (Trust Deed / LPA / Articles); Offering documents (PPM or Information Memorandum, Subscription Agreement, Investor Questionnaire, Risk Disclosures); Management and governance documents (IMA, Advisory Agreements, Board Resolutions); AML and compliance policies; Service provider agreements.
Design your Australia fund structure with institutional clarity.
Structured. Integrated. Accountable.
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